A serious traffic incident occurred in the Kyiv region, specifically in the Fastiv district, where a driver struck two children riding an electric scooter. The local police reported the accident took place at 6:11 PM on Chumatska Street in the village of Hatne.
According to preliminary investigations, a 37-year-old driver operating a Peugeot was traveling on the main road when he collided with the scooter at the intersection with Troianova Street, which is a secondary road. Tragically, a 10-year-old boy died at the scene, while an 8-year-old sustained multiple injuries and was transported to a medical facility for treatment.
The police have initiated a preliminary investigation into the violation of traffic safety regulations, specifically regarding actions that led to the death of the victim, as outlined in Article 286, Part 2 of the Criminal Code.
This incident adds to the growing concern over road safety, particularly involving vulnerable road users such as children.
A traffic accident in the Kyiv region resulted in the death of a 10-year-old boy and injuries to his younger brother. The local police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, focusing on potential violations of traffic safety laws.